Duration
3 Days
Destination
Kenya
Style
Tailor-Made
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Wildlife & Adventure
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3-Day Maasai Mara Safari from Nairobi
This 3-day Maasai Mara safari from Nairobi is a focused Kenya wildlife escape for travellers with limited time. It offers guided game drives in one of Africa’s finest reserves, where lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant and buffalo can be seen across the sweeping savannah.
Saringi Tours can tailor your pickup, camp style and optional experiences such as a hot-air balloon safari or Maasai community visit. It also works beautifully as the first section of a longer Kenya or Tanzania itinerary.
Trip Highlights
Full-day game drives in the world-famous Maasai Mara Reserve
Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino
Great Migration river crossings: wildebeest and zebra (July–October)
Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise
Maasai cultural village visit
Mara River: crocodiles and hippos year-round
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Nairobi – Maasai Mara (approx. 5 hrs)
Early departure from Nairobi after breakfast. Drive southwest through the Rift Valley, stopping at the escarpment viewpoint before descending to the Mara plains. Arrive in time for lunch, then head straight out for an afternoon game drive from 3–6 p.m. The Mara at dusk is electric: lions begin to stir, cheetahs take up hunting positions, and the great herds settle in the golden light. Dinner and overnight at your camp.
Day 2Maasai Mara – Full Day
A full day of game drives with your expert Saringi guide: one of the longest game-drive days in East Africa's safari calendar. Depart before sunrise to catch predators still active from the night. Picnic lunch by the Mara River where hippo pods yawn and crocodiles sun on the banks. Afternoon game drive deep into the reserve, tracking the wildebeest herds or following a cheetah on the prowl. Return to camp for sundowners and dinner.
Day 3Maasai Mara – Morning Drive – Nairobi
Rise at dawn for one final game drive before a hot breakfast at camp. Check out by 9 a.m. and begin the drive back to Nairobi, arriving mid-afternoon. End of services.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- All accommodation on a Full Board basis (as specified)
- All game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Expert English-speaking guide and driver
- All national park and reserve entry fees
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Mineral water during all game drives
- Flying Doctors emergency evacuation cover
Not Included
- International flights and any domestic or regional flights not expressly listed as included in your confirmed quote
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Kenya electronic travel authorisation (eTA) fees, where required for your passport
- Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Personal items (laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs)
- Optional activities, extra excursions and upgrades not listed as included in your confirmed itinerary
- Any costs arising from flight delays or itinerary changes
- Meals outside the meal plan stated for each day of this itinerary
Good to Know
- Road times allow for normal conditions, but traffic, park tracks and stops can add time. Check any same-day onward flight with us before booking.
- Migration herds move with rainfall. Their location and river crossings cannot be guaranteed, even during the usual migration months.
- Early starts make the most of cooler hours. Bring sun protection, binoculars and comfortable shoes; share any mobility or dietary needs before travel.
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What Our Clients Say
Rated 5 stars on TripAdvisor by travellers from across the world.
An excellent trip to parts of Kenya that are not on the main tourist routes, northern Kenya. Everything went smoothly Victor and Abdi, took care of everything. The choice of accommodation provided a great range of experiences. I would recommend Saringi to anyone.
read moreGot to see lots of animals and the experience was out of this world .
read moreI had an absolutely wonderful time in Kenya, all thanks to Millcent / Saringi Travel. From the incredibly friendly and reliable communication, to the flexible and thoughtful travel planning, all the way to the outstanding care on the ground, everything was simply perfect. I always felt well taken care of and in the best hands. What impressed me most was not only their professionalism, but also the sheer beauty of the entire experience. I'm still completely in awe! Thank you Millcent and thank you Letaloi!!!
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